Journalism of Courage
Anavila Misra's collection on Day 4 of the Amazon India Fashion Week A/W'16 was inspired by the idea of a free-spirited woman, with a focus on her journey. (Source: APH Images)
The collection showcases a vintage colour palette, with subtle and muddy hues — woody browns, brick, wine, and even teals to olive and sap greens. The silhouettes are easy, with the use of a lot of pleating to keep it young and playful. (Source: APH Images)
The ensembles have been created on handwoven linen, with a monochrome colour tone. There was also a use of khatwa and sujni work from Bihar. (Source: APH Images)
The collection, ‘Folk – Once upon a time’, was deepp-rooted in Indian traditional and that was visible in each of the designs. Layering, enveloping and overlaps were some of the new patterns for blouses and garments showcased. (Source: APH Images)
In a magazine interview, the designer singled out printed trousers, wool kaftans and the jackets as her personal favourites from the collection. (Source: APH Images)
The garments are meant to be timeless, taking inspiration from various folk elements. (Source: APH Images)
Known for her work in sustainable luxurious textiles, the designer's collection represented the rich heritage of Indian arts and craft. (Source: APH Images)
